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Drs. Barbara Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski's popular Online course Learning How to Learn, has enrolled more than 1.8 million students. In this much needed follow-up to A Mind for Numbers, the authors teach kids and teens how to learn effectively at a time when they most need these skills. Learning How to Learn teaches them about the importance of both focused concentration and letting their minds wander, how the brain makes connections between different pieces of information, why procrastination is the enemy of problem solving, and much more.

From presidents to state capitals, from math equations to the periodic table, kids have so much to remember for school—luckily, listeners have Dellis’s incredibly helpful guide! The book is structured as an entertaining and fantastical narrative in which the author guides the listener as they attempt to defeat the Memory Thief, a villain plotting to steal everyone’s memories. To accomplish that mission, readers must climb Mt. Foreverest. On the journey up the mountain, readers will encounter pirates, elves, and mummies, all while flexing their memory muscles.

What was school like when your grandparents were young? How were classrooms different in the 1970s? Did children use computers at school in the 1980s? Find all the answers and more in this book about how school life has changed since the 1950s.

She grew up in a world where women were supposed to be quiet. But Malala Yousafzai refused to be silent. Discover Malala's story through this powerful narrative telling, and come to see how one brave girl named Malala changed the world.

Uncover the ridiculously funny life of teachers (and some things that have nothing to do with teachers but are still splendidly funny) according to James Campbell, comedian extraordinaire. Ever wondered what teachers do when they’re not in the classroom? Are they undercover detectives, champion roller-blade dancers or do they spend their evenings playing with their 576 cats? Whether you love or loathe your teachers, want to become one when you grow up or don't give two figs about your teacher but simply love a hilarious listen, this audiobook is for you.

Kids love to celebrate the 100th Day of School! Some elementary school students make crafts, play games, or eat treats to mark the holiday. Others have a dress-up day or hold counting contests.

Learning is important no matter where you are. But some classrooms are very different than others. Discover all types of schools around the world in this fun, engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it.

Learn about community helpers at school.

In winter, students celebrate the 100th Day of School with their classmates and teachers. All day long, they have fun with the number 100 and all the things they’ve learned. Sing along as you explore Holidays in Rhythm and Rhyme!

Everyday Heroes! is a heartfelt tribute to those who make a difference through kindness, courage, and compassion. Written by Keagan J. Hammond, this inspiring children's book encourages listeners to recognize the heroes around them every day. These heroes include teachers who guide, doctors who heal, firefighters who protect, soldiers who serve, and loved ones who provide care and support.

Are you curious about butterflies? What’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth? When is the best time to look for moths? Does a caterpillar really turn into a butterfly? Learn more with Butterflies and Moths.

What do you do on the 100th day of school? Follow along to see what many classrooms do to celebrate. Pairs with the story Our Class Counts to 100.

Life at Flint Hill Elementary School may seem normal, but seven friends find themselves on a path to crack the code for an epic life. Whether they're chasing their dreams on stage, searching for an elusive monster fish, or running a makeshift business out of a tree house, can these heroes find a way to work together to change their community?

This true story took place at the emergency farm-labor camp immortalized in Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath. Ostracized as "dumb Okies," the children of Dust Bowl migrant laborers went without school--until Superintendent Leo Hart and 50 Okie kids built their own school in a nearby field. "The...

As a preteen or young teen girl, you're changing more than ever before—and it's natural to feel a mix of excitement and worry. You're seeing the world in new ways. Your social life has gotten a lot more complicated. And whether you're experiencing the onset of puberty, or have already begun menstruation, the physical changes you're going through can also feel overwhelming. Written by a teen mental health expert, The Middle School Survival Guide for Girls is packed with tips and tools to help you adjust to the pressures of middle school—as well as to your changing mind and body.

From conservation to protecting endangered species to sustainable living, All of Creation offers young readers accessible and fascinating information on the challenges our planet faces and practical ways we can care for the magnificent world around us. Drawing on science and Scripture, this...

Die Vorschul-Lernreihe zum Hören. Die "Lernraupen"-Hörspiele vermitteln spielerisch Bildungsinhalte und fördern Lernlust, genaues Zuhören, Ausdrucksfähigkeit, Ausdauer, Konzentration und Selbstvertrauen. Der fünfjährige Finn wäre so gerne schon ein Schulkind wie seine große Schwester Mia. Zum Glück hat er eine kleine Freundin, die Lernraupe Lilo, die sehr wissbegierig und lustig ist. In jedem Hörspiel entdecken Finn und Lilo ein neues spannendes Thema mit einfachen Mitmach-Rätseln, Spielen, Reimen und Mitsing-Liedern.

Middle school is hard. Your bodies are changing, your friends are changing, classes are harder, and tough things happen. This “support group in a book” is specifically geared to you. Read stories written by kids just like you, about their middle school years, and: true friends and new friends; mean girls... and boys!; embarrassing moments; bully payback; crushes and young love; being happy with yourself; tough times; family issues; doing what’s right and lots more!

Paul und sein Freund Theo beschließen, etwas zu unternehmen. Deren Gemeinheiten werden von Tag zu Tag fieser. Je schlimmer die Situation in der Schule wird, desto mehr Kinder verstehen, dass sie nur gemeinsam eine Chance haben.

Magnificent Kids! showcases 23 incredible young people who are making the world a better place for humanity, animals and the planet. The book contains ideas, inspiration and tools for anybody to get started with their own world-changing project.